ICD-10 Code F10.19 – Alcohol abuse with unspecified alcohol-induced disorder (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code F10.19 – Alcohol abuse with unspecified alcohol-induced disorder
What it is
Use this code for alcohol abuse accompanied by an alcohol-induced disorder that is not specified elsewhere. It tells you the patient has harmful alcohol use with a related disorder, but the exact induced condition is not documented.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Records may describe behavioral, cognitive, or other alcohol-related effects, but the induced disorder is not named clearly enough for a more specific code.
When to use this code
Use F10.19 when the provider documents alcohol abuse with an alcohol-induced disorder and does not identify the specific disorder type. It also fits when the chart confirms an alcohol-related condition, but the available note is too vague for a more precise code. Check documentation if the record suggests intoxication, withdrawal, or another named alcohol-induced disorder.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if the record supports a more specific alcohol-induced disorder or if alcohol dependence is documented instead of abuse. Also avoid it when the note only states alcohol use without an induced disorder.
Coding tip
Query the provider when the alcohol-induced disorder is unclear, because a more specific code may be available.